The Company of the Light (Vaesen) 11: ‘The Ballad of Squally Chase’

The Company of the Light (Vaesen) 11: ‘The Ballad of Squally Chase’

From The Apocalypse Players by The Apocalypse Players

July 20, 2026 · 1h 16m · Season 7 · Episode 260

About this episode

The investigators delve into a crime scene, interviewing witnesses and uncovering clues in a horror-themed roleplaying game.

In which the investigators investigate a crime scene, speak to witnesses, and discover clues. Really. The Company of the Light uses the Vaesen roleplaying system, by Free League Publishing and based an original concept by Johan Egerkrans. The mystery at the heart of the scenario is taken from Mythic Britain and Ireland by Graeme Davis. The name of that scenario (which may contain a mild spoiler) can be found below the music section of these notes. You can hear a short prologue to The Company of the Light on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/blomqvist-01-ho-153999494 Cast: Lieutenant William Fellwood — Joseph ChanceBab Chase — Dominic AllenSiobhan Strong — Danann McAleerBridge Ebden — Lucy FarrettNarrator — Dan Wheeler CW: This podcast contains mature themes, strong language and cosmic horror. (MILD SPOILERS FOLLOW): The mystery at the heart of this story is premised upon the disappearance and death of a young woman. However, with the exception of one moment (which I will flag when it arrives), this is not dwelt on in any great detail, and please note for avoidance of doubt this is NOT sexual violence or self-harm. Human discretion is advised. The Apocalypse Players is an…

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Guests: Joseph Chance, Dominic Allen, Danann McAleer, Lucy Farrett, Dan Wheeler

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Organizations: Free League Publishing

Books & works: Mythic Britain and Ireland, The Company of the Light, Call of Cthulhu

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